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𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 $𝟴𝟬𝟬 𝗕𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗔𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 $𝟯 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 🔆 Ahmed Al-Khatib, Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia, stated at the #GREATFuturesInitiative Conference that Saudi Arabia is committed to providing exceptional #tourism experiences through the creation of major new tourism projects and destinations worth $800 billion. The goal is to make #SaudiArabia the top choice for travelers worldwide, with ambitious initiatives expected to attract $3 trillion in investments by 2030. He explained that integrating the #tourism, #sports, and #culture sectors is a cornerstone of Saudi #Vision2030. 🔆He highlighted that hosting over 90 major international sports events, such as #Formula1, #TennisCup, #WWE, and #boxing, has positioned Saudi Arabia as a global sports hub. The current sports sector is valued at $5.76 billion, with a target to reach $22 billion by 2030. 🔆Al-Khatib reviewed the successes of the tourism sector, noting that Saudi Arabia achieved an exceptional milestone by welcoming 100 million tourists in 2023, seven years ahead of schedule. He emphasized that Saudi Arabia invests in the tourism sector, confident in its potential. The Ministry of Tourism aims to create one million jobs in the sector and increase tourism's contribution to #GDP to 10%. He pointed out that more than 240,000 Saudis are employed in the tourism sector, and over 2,600 Saudi students have been trained in the #UK. 🔆Additionally, he mentioned that Saudi Arabia welcomed over 165,600 #British tourists this year and issued over 560,400 e-visas to British tourists since 2019. He highlighted the deep historical partnership between Saudi Arabia and the UK, noting that the conference is an opportunity to enhance cooperation and foster mutual investments in 13 vital and promising sectors. It serves as a significant platform for British companies to participate in the #transformation and #development journey. He said, "Thanks to Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia is experiencing a transformation that unleashes its vast potential in various fields, most notably the tourism sector," emphasizing that Saudi cultural sectors play a crucial role in development. #travel #tourism #investment #saudiarabia #newdestinations #tourismindustry #travelgoals #economicgrowth

Join me at the Banking Innovation & Technology Summit 2024 in Doha on May 27th, where I'll discuss the latest trends and innovations in the financial technology sector. Excited to connect with fellow leaders and share insights. Register now at https://lnkd.in/deUzRsx6   #BIT2024 #FinTech #BankingInnovation #Qatar Khaleej Times KT Events Akshay Chopra Paul Hamilton Kate Bunina Imane Adel Allan Villegas, Ph.D. Sidd Gandhi Gaurav Sachddeva Tristan Brandt Ashish Bahl Michael Javier Charles Bennett Thuraya Nasser Al-Mulla Dr Sudheer Nair Salvador Perez-Galindo Zaki Ahmed Mohammed Elena Primikiri, PhD Amit Tripathi Ahmad Ghandour Hirander Misra Mirna Naccash Mohammed Al-Delaimi

𝙀𝙭𝙘𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙜𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙎𝙖𝙪𝙙𝙞 𝙑𝙞𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 2030: 𝘼 𝙈𝙖𝙜𝙣𝙚𝙩 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙄𝙣𝙫𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙨 The latest report on #SaudiVision2030 showcases a strikingly successful year, with 87% of the 1,064 initiatives either completed or progressing well, signaling a robust trajectory toward achieving the #Kingdom's ambitious goals. This level of achievement not only demonstrates #SaudiArabia's commitment to its #transformative agenda but also underscores the significant investment opportunities emerging from this vision. 🔶️ Breakdown of 2023 Initiatives: 🔹️ Total Initiatives: 1,064 🔹️ Completed: 360 🔹️ On Track: 561 🔹️ Overall Progress: 87% 🔶️ Key Performance Indicators of 2023: 🔹️ Total KPIs: 243 🔹️ Fully Achieved: 197 🔹️ Meeting Targets: 21 🔹️ Exceeding Targets: 176 🔹️ Surpassing Future Targets for 2024/2025: 105 🔹️ Third-Tier KPI Achievement Rate: 81% 🔆 The meticulous planning and strategic execution reflected in these figures highlight an environment ripe for investment. Particularly notable are the 176 KPIs that have already surpassed their targets, illustrating not only achievement but also the potential for exceeding planned outcomes, a highly attractive point for investors looking for regions with proven growth potential. 💡Investors should also note the forward-looking achievements, with 105 KPIs surpassing future targets, suggesting that #SaudiArabia is not just reaching but exceeding its future readiness. This proactive approach in sectors such as technology, renewable energy, and infrastructure development makes Saudi Arabia a promising land for long-term investments. 🔅 The #SaudiEconomy is diversifying at an accelerated pace, reducing its dependence on #oil and focusing on #sustainable growth sectors that promise substantial returns for global #investors. This transformative journey invites international partnerships and capital, offering a stake in a future that is being sculpted today. 🔅 Join us in discussing how Saudi Vision 2030’s dynamic progress is shaping an appealing investment landscape that promises not just returns, but also participation in a globally significant economic transformation. #InvestInSaudi #Vision2030 #EconomicGrowth #Sustainability

Body of an Athlete - Mind of a Stoic - Spirit of a Warrior - Heart of a Poet - This is the goal…. The higher I climb the mountain on each of these objectives, the farther away I realize I am and that there is always a higher peak to climb. For me that can be a discouraging feeling. To overcome this feeling I fall back on a concept I learned while spending time doing business in #Japan. The concept is called #Kaizen #Kaizen is the Japanese word for the concept of consistent but small improvements of a process or skill regularly. The result of this consistent, small improvements results in very significant progress when viewed over time. #Kaizen being applied to self improvement goals is a great tool. Recently I am 3 weeks into #75hard which is a strict commitment to: - 2 sessions 45 min of excercise daily (1 outside) - Read 10 pages of non fiction daily - Drink 1 gallon of water - Strict adherence to a chosen diet I have been happy with the progess physically and mentally but I also have to remind myself that the process is also about the journey and the small daily improvements on the path of being a better person than I was yesterday. The more folksy American version of #Kaizen….How do you eat an Elephant…One bite at a time. No matter your Elephant, what is important is that you start the journey and do a little better every day. P.S. I am currently reading #AtomicHabits by James Clear. I need some recommendations for my next book as part of #75hard. Please share some ideas!

Chick-Fil-A will have to wipe away its tears with the stacks of cash they generate annually from the 9 MILLION USD per restaurant! 😆 Shake Shack probably not best to call attention to the fact that your purchase volume is so much lower on chicken that it makes it easy to secure the supply. 😂 Antiobotic free chicken supply needs to ramp up so that Chick-Fil-A can secure its supply chain. Until then, hard to blame them for selling ridiculous amounts of Chicken Sandwiches. #Scoreboard https://lnkd.in/eY238eXp?

Last week Dr. Brandon Guthrie, Co-Founder and General Partner at Shatranj Capital Partners, joined the pod to discuss restaurant development opportunities in the Middle East. We talked about the impact of the Israel-Hamas war, Chipotle Mexican Grill's partnership with Alshaya Group, The Wendy's Company UK expansion and dynamic pricing. Check it out! Apple - https://lnkd.in/gsJCkxBs Spotify - https://lnkd.in/ga-MhRS6 #bloombergintelligence #restaurants McDonald's Starbucks

Promising Investment Opportunities in the Saudi Tourism Sector 🔅 An Exceptional Opportunity for Investors: Seize #InvestmentOpportunities in the Growing #SaudiTourism Sector 🔅 Saudi Arabia: An Emerging Tourist Destination: The #Kingdom of #SaudiArabia is an emerging tourist destination with immense potential and unique appeal to foreign investors. 🔅 "Investment Enablers" Program: Direct Support for Saudis and Foreigners The Saudi Ministry of Tourism has launched the "Investment Enablers" program to support both Saudi and foreign investors alike, creating an ideal and encouraging investment environment. 🔅 Promising Figures Reflecting the Opportunity Size: ✔️ A 22% reduction in government fees in the #hospitality sector this year. ✔️ The "Investment Enablers" program supports 10 targeted tourist destinations: #Riyadh, #AlBaha, #Taif, #AlAhsa, #Jeddah, #Qassim, #Hail, #Asir, #Dammam, and #AlJouf. ✔️ Support for #hotel projects of all categories with a minimum of 15 million SAR ($4 million). ✔️ The program aims to enable the private sector to cover about 50% of the gap in the hospitality sector for tourist destinations. ✔️ The program aims to create new investments worth 42.3 billion SAR ($11.2 billion). ✔️ Contributing 16.4 billion SAR ($4.3 billion) to the GDP. ✔️ Creation of 120,000 job opportunities. 🔅 Immense Advantages of Investing in the Saudi Tourism Sector: ✔️ A safe and stable investment environment. ✔️ Exceptional investment incentives and #facilities. ✔️ Advanced #infrastructure and high-quality services. ✔️ Unique #cultural and natural diversity. ✔️ Increasing demand for tourism services. 💡This is an opportunity for investors to seize this exceptional chance to participate in the development of the flourishing Saudi tourism sector and to benefit from the numerous advantages offered by the program.

International Brand Expansion, CrossFit Injuries, Shatranj Capital Partners role in the F&B industry, #PrivateEquity as a growth super charger, Israel/Palestine Conflict, #DynamicPricing, great mentors in Robert "Bob" Wright/John Pain, and Dead Lift 1 rep maxs! Michael Halen, Bloomberg's Sr. Restaurant and Food Service Analyst and host of Choppin' it Up covered it all with me on the latest episode! (Links Below on Spotify and Apple) It was a pleasure to share perspective on the growth and opportunities I see for this region and how Shatranj Capital Partners is positioned to contribute to its future and the Franchise F&B Industry! Thanks for having me on the show Michael Halen! Looking forward to the next time and hopefully I will have upped my PR's a little by then ;) #liftheavythings To those in my network - If you enjoyed the show, please repost this message and share the podcast with your friends and colleagues! Lets continue to shine the spotlight on this amazing corner of the world! "The #IsraelHamas war is a bigger issue for McDonald's and Starbucks than many other food chains due to reputational risk, deeper sales declines and greater exposure to high-impact countries like #Jordan, #Egypt and #Morocco, Shatranj Capital Partners Co-founder and General Partner Dr. Brandon Guthrie tells Bloomberg Intelligence. In this episode of the Choppin’ It Up podcast, Guthrie sits down with BI’s senior restaurant and foodservice analyst Michael Halen to explain how the war has affected sales in the #MiddleEast and how long the recovery might take. He also comments on the wealth of opportunities for #privateequity investors in the region, Chipotle Mexican Grill’s partnership with Alshaya Group, The Wendy's Company UK expansion and #dynamicpricing." Dr. Brandon Guthrie, Peter Schatzberg, Patrick Speek, Jeremiah Green, Andrew Kripke, Jeff Singer, Mark Mobius, John Pain, Larry Kruguer, Bader Alothman, Joel Silverstein, Jason Marker, Mark Hatch, D. Hugo Dolan Conway , Brittain Ladd, David W. Huesser, Saim Korlu, Marcus Potter, David Yeung, Potbelly Sandwich Works, Burger King, Restaurant Brands International Spotify - https://lnkd.in/dqv3ecA5 Apple - https://lnkd.in/dEkPdnym

During Ramadan in Dubai business meetings and networking switch from afternoon lunch meetings to late night coffee breaks! Yesterday I had a great meeting that started in DIFC at 9:00 PM. Knowing when and how business gets done is key to being successful in International business. #International #Context #StayCaffinated

Ramadan Mubarak and blessings upon you and your families celebrating this special holiday in this special part of the world. #Ramadan2024 #Shatranj Capital Partners #MENA